3 independently sourced, verified news trends involving Defending.
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Ben Shelton defeats defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a five-set quarter-final setting a US Open record for the latest-ever finish.
Alexandra Eala creates history for the Philippines after stunning defending champion Iga Swiatek in the third round of Wimbledon.
Defending champion Jannik Sinner advances to the second round of Wimbledon after a grueling five-set battle against Miomir Kecmanovic.